Air Fryer Pork Tenderloin (Printer-Friendly Version)
Pork tenderloin cooked in the air fryer, infused with a sweet and savory marinade for juicy results.
# Ingredients Needed:
→ For the Marinade
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2 tablespoons olive oil
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3 tablespoons soy sauce
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2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce
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2 tablespoons honey
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2 tablespoons brown sugar, packed
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2 tablespoons honey mustard
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3 cloves garlic, minced
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1 tablespoon freshly squeezed lemon juice
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1 teaspoon poultry seasoning
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1 teaspoon kosher salt, or to taste
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1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper, or to taste
→ Pork
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1 pork tenderloin (about 1.25 to 1.5 pounds), excess fat and silver skin removed
# Step-by-Step Directions:
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In a small bowl, combine olive oil, soy sauce, Worcestershire sauce, honey, brown sugar, honey mustard, minced garlic, lemon juice, poultry seasoning, salt, and black pepper. Whisk thoroughly until the mixture is fully emulsified.
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Place the pork tenderloin in a large zip-top bag or a sealable container. Pour the marinade over the pork, ensuring it is evenly coated. Seal and refrigerate overnight, or at least 2 hours for best flavor infusion.
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Preheat the air fryer to 400°F for 1–2 minutes, following manufacturer instructions.
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Remove the pork tenderloin from the marinade and allow excess marinade to drip off. Place the pork tenderloin in the air fryer basket.
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Air fry at 400°F for 5 minutes to establish a golden crust.
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Reduce the air fryer temperature to 325°F and continue cooking for 12–15 minutes, or until a meat thermometer inserted into the thickest part of the pork reads 145°F.
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Transfer the cooked pork to a clean cutting board and let it rest for 5–10 minutes before slicing to retain juices.
# Helpful Hints:
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For optimal tenderness, always remove the silver skin from the pork tenderloin before marinating.
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Let the pork rest after cooking to ensure evenly distributed juices and maximum moisture.
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Cut the tenderloin in half if it does not fit in your air fryer basket; the cook time will remain the same.